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Licensed Social Worker – Machias
The CDS Downeast site in Machias is seeking a compassionate, dedicated pediatric Licensed Social Worker to work with infants and toddlers (birth to two years) and their families. This is a 40‑hour per week, calendar‑year position. Work will primarily take place around Washington County, requiring travel and home‑based service delivery. Experience with Part C Early Intervention is preferred.
Pay Range:
$23.34 – $40.47 per hour
Benefits:
Maine State Employee Medical coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
$250 per year Professional Development Stipend
Maine State Employee Living Resources Program (Employee Assistance)
Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Work/Life Balance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Great coworkers, and the satisfaction of helping young kiddos
Job Summary
The Child Development Services Licensed Social Worker works as part of a team of colleagues to evaluate and provide services to children. Duties include basic data gathering, assessment, formulation of plans, and ensuring services meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Improvement Act (IDEA) of 2004 as set forth in the Maine Department of Education Regulations Chapter 101.
Representative Tasks Parent Communication
Explains the Licensed Social Worker’s role with Child Find to parents.
Elaborates intake information and elicits additional information from parents.
Provides accurate, timely information to parents.
Explains assessment results and ensures parents understand the data.
Evaluation and Assessment
Establishes rapport with children served.
Conducts observations in the child’s natural environment or LRE setting, as ordered by the IFSP/IEP team.
Gathers and reviews documentation specific to the child’s developmental history.
Conducts basic data gathering of records and specific life issues and assesses the data.
Conducts interviews with parents to obtain information and administer assessment and other evaluation materials that are non‑discriminatory as ordered by the IFSP/IEP team.
Determines the child’s level of functioning and summarizes evaluation results and diagnostic impressions in an evaluation report for the IFSP/IEP team.
Formulates and implements a plan to achieve specific goals related to specific life issues.
Record‑Keeping and Report Writing
Completes a written evaluation in compliance with Chapter 101 in a timely manner.
Contributes goals to the IFSP/IEP team and short‑term objectives where appropriate.
Writes and maintains required reports to meet Maine Care and other regulatory requirements.
IFSP/IEP Participation
Reports evaluation findings to the IFSP/IEP team.
Assists the IFSP/IEP team with goal development based on assessment results.
Advocates for achieving specific goals related to life issues.
Early Intervention or Special Education and Related Services
Provides social work services as required by IFSP/IEP.
Plans, manages, directs or coordinates social services.
Communicates with CDS Case Managers and other providers during the child’s IFSP/IEP process.
Billing Documentation (Insurance and MaineCare)
Provides service logs to CDS in accordance with data system requirements.
Ensures proper billing to third parties, in accordance with CDS practice.
Requests prescriptions and authorizations for referrals as required by CDS.
Other Duties
Completes any other appropriate duties the Site Director deems necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
State of Maine Social Worker License
Successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems, and special education methods
Ability to establish an effective rapport/relationship with children and parents
Ability to interact with a wide variety of people
Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an early childhood team
Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
Ability to travel to a variety of locations to deliver services
Ability to motivate young children
Ability to adapt therapy techniques to varying personalities and environments without invalidating assessment data
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding about infants and toddlers and/or preschool children eligible under Part B and C of IDEA 2004 and Maine Regulations Chapter 101
Please send resume and completed CDS Employment Application (on CDS website) to:
Sharon Brady, Acting Assistant Site Director CDS Downeast 797 Wilson St. #2 Brewer, ME 04412
Child Development Services now offers a competitive salary and benefits package including Maine State Employee medical coverage. Child Development Services serves the early intervention and special education needs of Maine's children birth to age five. We have over 350 employees, a large network of contracted providers and currently serve over 3,500 children ages 0 to 5 years. CDS consists of 10 principal sites throughout Maine with several satellite offices.
This posting is being offered by an equal opportunity employer.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
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Pay Range:
$23.34 – $40.47 per hour
Benefits:
Maine State Employee Medical coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
$250 per year Professional Development Stipend
Maine State Employee Living Resources Program (Employee Assistance)
Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Work/Life Balance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Great coworkers, and the satisfaction of helping young kiddos
Job Summary
The Child Development Services Licensed Social Worker works as part of a team of colleagues to evaluate and provide services to children. Duties include basic data gathering, assessment, formulation of plans, and ensuring services meet the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Improvement Act (IDEA) of 2004 as set forth in the Maine Department of Education Regulations Chapter 101.
Representative Tasks Parent Communication
Explains the Licensed Social Worker’s role with Child Find to parents.
Elaborates intake information and elicits additional information from parents.
Provides accurate, timely information to parents.
Explains assessment results and ensures parents understand the data.
Evaluation and Assessment
Establishes rapport with children served.
Conducts observations in the child’s natural environment or LRE setting, as ordered by the IFSP/IEP team.
Gathers and reviews documentation specific to the child’s developmental history.
Conducts basic data gathering of records and specific life issues and assesses the data.
Conducts interviews with parents to obtain information and administer assessment and other evaluation materials that are non‑discriminatory as ordered by the IFSP/IEP team.
Determines the child’s level of functioning and summarizes evaluation results and diagnostic impressions in an evaluation report for the IFSP/IEP team.
Formulates and implements a plan to achieve specific goals related to specific life issues.
Record‑Keeping and Report Writing
Completes a written evaluation in compliance with Chapter 101 in a timely manner.
Contributes goals to the IFSP/IEP team and short‑term objectives where appropriate.
Writes and maintains required reports to meet Maine Care and other regulatory requirements.
IFSP/IEP Participation
Reports evaluation findings to the IFSP/IEP team.
Assists the IFSP/IEP team with goal development based on assessment results.
Advocates for achieving specific goals related to life issues.
Early Intervention or Special Education and Related Services
Provides social work services as required by IFSP/IEP.
Plans, manages, directs or coordinates social services.
Communicates with CDS Case Managers and other providers during the child’s IFSP/IEP process.
Billing Documentation (Insurance and MaineCare)
Provides service logs to CDS in accordance with data system requirements.
Ensures proper billing to third parties, in accordance with CDS practice.
Requests prescriptions and authorizations for referrals as required by CDS.
Other Duties
Completes any other appropriate duties the Site Director deems necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
State of Maine Social Worker License
Successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems, and special education methods
Ability to establish an effective rapport/relationship with children and parents
Ability to interact with a wide variety of people
Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an early childhood team
Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
Ability to travel to a variety of locations to deliver services
Ability to motivate young children
Ability to adapt therapy techniques to varying personalities and environments without invalidating assessment data
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding about infants and toddlers and/or preschool children eligible under Part B and C of IDEA 2004 and Maine Regulations Chapter 101
Please send resume and completed CDS Employment Application (on CDS website) to:
Sharon Brady, Acting Assistant Site Director CDS Downeast 797 Wilson St. #2 Brewer, ME 04412
Child Development Services now offers a competitive salary and benefits package including Maine State Employee medical coverage. Child Development Services serves the early intervention and special education needs of Maine's children birth to age five. We have over 350 employees, a large network of contracted providers and currently serve over 3,500 children ages 0 to 5 years. CDS consists of 10 principal sites throughout Maine with several satellite offices.
This posting is being offered by an equal opportunity employer.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
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